Fully Accredited Design & Install
Solar PV & Battery Systems
As SAA-accredited experts, Greener Race guarantees your system meets strict standards,
ensuring safety, quality and eligibility for you to save thousands with access to the various STC rebates.
Maximize Your Savings with the
Cheaper Home Batteries Rebate
Cheaper Home Batteries Rebate
Maximize your solar investment by leveraging Australia’s Federal "Cheaper Home Batteries" initiative through Greener Race.
Don't wait—rebates are scheduled to reduce from May 1st. Act now to secure your battery storage at the lowest possible price and claim your maximum share of the available funding.
Get in contact today for an obligation-free quote on our SAA-accredited solar and battery solutions.
Don't wait—rebates are scheduled to reduce from May 1st. Act now to secure your battery storage at the lowest possible price and claim your maximum share of the available funding.
Get in contact today for an obligation-free quote on our SAA-accredited solar and battery solutions.
Your Journey to Energy Independence
At Greener Race, we believe a solar system is more than just hardware on a roof—it is a long-term investment in your home’s autonomy and your financial future.
The HVAC Advantage: Mastering Your Heaviest Load
With our deep background in Air Conditioning, we understand home energy better than most.
Heating and cooling are the biggest energy consumers in any Australian household.
We don't just install solar; we provide expert strategies for load shifting and thermal pre-conditioning.
By using your solar to cool or heat your home during the day, we turn your house into a "thermal battery," slashing your reliance on the grid or battery when the sun goes down.
We can even upgrade your Air conditioning system to be smarter, and up to significantly more energy efficent.
True Accountability: We Manage Your Project
In an industry full of sales-heavy retailers who "subby" their work out to the lowest bidder, Greener Race offers a different standard.
No Sub-Contractor Lottery:
We don't sell your job to a third party. Every system is designed and installation is lead by our own team.
In-House Quality Control:
By managing the project ourselves, we ensure that no corners are cut.
You have a single point of contact and direct accountability—the team that sells you the system is the same team that leads the install and commissions it.
Beyond Just Panels: An Integrated Approach
Our designs focus on the bigger picture to ensure your system survives the "Solar Orphan" trap:
Future-Proofing:
We ensure your system is ready for the next decade, whether you're adding a battery today, an EV charger tomorrow or making sure it can cover your Air conditioning needs.
Total Compliance:
As a fully licensed Electrical Contractors (EC14048) you know the work will be safe & compliant with a all paper work, notices and Electrical Safety Certifcate.
As SAA acreddited installers we manage the entire STC rebate process for you, ensuring you receive the maximum financial benefit without the paperwork headache.
Our goal is to ensure you use as much of your own clean energy as possible, rather than selling it back to the grid for a pittance.
The HVAC Advantage: Mastering Your Heaviest Load
With our deep background in Air Conditioning, we understand home energy better than most.
Heating and cooling are the biggest energy consumers in any Australian household.
We don't just install solar; we provide expert strategies for load shifting and thermal pre-conditioning.
By using your solar to cool or heat your home during the day, we turn your house into a "thermal battery," slashing your reliance on the grid or battery when the sun goes down.
We can even upgrade your Air conditioning system to be smarter, and up to significantly more energy efficent.
True Accountability: We Manage Your Project
In an industry full of sales-heavy retailers who "subby" their work out to the lowest bidder, Greener Race offers a different standard.
No Sub-Contractor Lottery:
We don't sell your job to a third party. Every system is designed and installation is lead by our own team.
In-House Quality Control:
By managing the project ourselves, we ensure that no corners are cut.
You have a single point of contact and direct accountability—the team that sells you the system is the same team that leads the install and commissions it.
Beyond Just Panels: An Integrated Approach
Our designs focus on the bigger picture to ensure your system survives the "Solar Orphan" trap:
Future-Proofing:
We ensure your system is ready for the next decade, whether you're adding a battery today, an EV charger tomorrow or making sure it can cover your Air conditioning needs.
Total Compliance:
As a fully licensed Electrical Contractors (EC14048) you know the work will be safe & compliant with a all paper work, notices and Electrical Safety Certifcate.
As SAA acreddited installers we manage the entire STC rebate process for you, ensuring you receive the maximum financial benefit without the paperwork headache.
Our goal is to ensure you use as much of your own clean energy as possible, rather than selling it back to the grid for a pittance.
Solutions to suit your needs
Whether you are starting from scratch or upgrading an existing setup, we design a customer solutions for your specific need.
Energy independence doesn't always require a brand-new roof full of panels.
Even if you have limited roof space for additional panels, adding a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to your current array can be a game-changer.
By utilizing Peak Load Shaving, we program your battery to store excess solar during the day—or "top up" from the grid during super off-peak windows—to power your home and car during expensive peak periods.
Don't let an older system hold you back,
We can help you evolve your existing setup into a modern energy hub.
Energy independence doesn't always require a brand-new roof full of panels.
- Solar Only: High-efficiency "Battery Ready" systems for an immediate ROI and abilty to add a battery in the future.
- Solar + BESS (Battery Storage): Complete 24/7 energy independence with blackout protection.
- The Full Ecosystem: Integrated Solar, Battery, and EV Charging for a zero-cost commute.
- Battery Retrofits: Already have solar? We can integrate a modern battery into almost any existing system.
Even if you have limited roof space for additional panels, adding a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to your current array can be a game-changer.
By utilizing Peak Load Shaving, we program your battery to store excess solar during the day—or "top up" from the grid during super off-peak windows—to power your home and car during expensive peak periods.
Don't let an older system hold you back,
We can help you evolve your existing setup into a modern energy hub.
Inverter & Battery
Brand Spotlight
Brand Spotlight
- Goodwe (The "Workhorse"): We select these for their simple, robust design and local Australian support. They are ideal for homeowners who want a "set and forget" system that prioritizes ROI.
- Goodwe HCA EV charger intergrates to allow for smart EV charging with a PV (only uses spare solar) - PV + Battery or Fast Charge, with Power from PV, Battery or Grid to allow for the fastest possible charge, all from the SEMS+ app on your phone.
- Fox ESS (The Modular King): Perfect if you plan to expand. Fox allows us to stack battery modules like Lego blocks, scaling from 5kWh to over 40kWh as your family grows or you increase your energy useage.
- Sigenergy (The 5-in-1 Innovator): This is our "luxury" choice. It integrates the inverter, battery, and EV charger into one sleek tower. Its AI learns your energy habits to predict when to charge from the grid vs. the sun.
- Best Feature: It offers 0ms switchover, meaning your PC or TV won't even flicker during a blackout.
- Up to 25Kw DC EV charging and abilty to use the EV's battery to recharge the Sig system. Great if you get free EV charging at your workplace.
Solar & Battery F.A.Q
What size inverter do you recommend for my home?
At Greener Race, we almost always recommend going as large as your connection allows—typically 10kW for single-phase and 15kW for three-phase homes.
While 5kW used to be the "standard" in Perth, the way we use energy has shifted. To achieve true energy independence and run a high-demand home, you need more "headroom" than a small 5kW unit can provide.
Why isn't a 5kW inverter enough anymore?
A 5kW inverter can only output 5,000 watts of power at any given time. Consider a typical Western Australian home in summer:
While 5kW used to be the "standard" in Perth, the way we use energy has shifted. To achieve true energy independence and run a high-demand home, you need more "headroom" than a small 5kW unit can provide.
Why isn't a 5kW inverter enough anymore?
A 5kW inverter can only output 5,000 watts of power at any given time. Consider a typical Western Australian home in summer:
- Ducted Air Conditioning: Often draws 5kW to 7kW alone.
- EV Charging: A standard smart charger (like the Wallbox) can draw 7kW.
- Household Appliances: Your oven, pool pump, and kettle can easily add another 3kW–5kW.
I heard Western Power has a 5kW limit. Is that true?
That is an outdated rule.
Western Power has modernized its connection standards. Most residential homes can now install up to 30kVA of aggregate inverter capacity under a standard connection.
This policy change was made specifically to allow for the "Home Ecosystem" we specialize in that requires large amounts of power and with the introduction of cheaper batteries reduce the demand on the grid especially during peak demand times like late in the afternoon on a hot summers day.
Large capacity ducted & multiheaded air conditioning.
High-speed EV chargers.
Induction Cookers.
Multiply TV's computers and servers.
Pool & Spa Pumps.
Bores Pumps.
Will a larger inverter mean I can’t get the feed-in tariff (DEBS)?
In WA, systems over 5kW of inverter capacity generally forfeit the DEBS feed-in tariff.
However, at Greener Race, we believe the "buyback" is no longer the goal.
Western Power has modernized its connection standards. Most residential homes can now install up to 30kVA of aggregate inverter capacity under a standard connection.
This policy change was made specifically to allow for the "Home Ecosystem" we specialize in that requires large amounts of power and with the introduction of cheaper batteries reduce the demand on the grid especially during peak demand times like late in the afternoon on a hot summers day.
Large capacity ducted & multiheaded air conditioning.
High-speed EV chargers.
Induction Cookers.
Multiply TV's computers and servers.
Pool & Spa Pumps.
Bores Pumps.
Will a larger inverter mean I can’t get the feed-in tariff (DEBS)?
In WA, systems over 5kW of inverter capacity generally forfeit the DEBS feed-in tariff.
However, at Greener Race, we believe the "buyback" is no longer the goal.
- The grid pays you peanuts (approx. 2–10 cents) to take your power.
- The grid charges you a premium (approx. 33-53 cents) to buy it back.
Does a larger inverter mean I can export more to the grid?
Not necessarily, but that’s a good thing.
To protect the grid, Western Power often applies a 1.5kW export limit on larger systems.
When ever you install an inverter larger than 5kw you are not eligible for feed in tariffs
The Greener Race Strategy: We don't want you exporting power for 3 cents; we want you consuming it or storing it instead of buying it back for 10x or 15x your selling price.
To protect the grid, Western Power often applies a 1.5kW export limit on larger systems.
When ever you install an inverter larger than 5kw you are not eligible for feed in tariffs
The Greener Race Strategy: We don't want you exporting power for 3 cents; we want you consuming it or storing it instead of buying it back for 10x or 15x your selling price.
Can I add a battery to my existing solar system?
Yes. At Greener Race, we specialize in "Retrofitting." Depending on your current setup, we can find a help find a solution:
AC-Couple: Add a standalone battery system with inverter, harder to setup backup supply but becoming possible with the newest generation of inverters and batteries.
Our preferred option
DC-Couple Hybrid - Replace your old 5kW unit with a modern 10kW Hybrid Inverter, this allows for backup power when the grid goes down with minimised efficiency losses
Partial upgrade: Often your existing panel are still in perfect condition. The new range of inverter have extra MPPT trackers that allow for both new panels and often the existing panels to work together.
AC-Couple: Add a standalone battery system with inverter, harder to setup backup supply but becoming possible with the newest generation of inverters and batteries.
Our preferred option
DC-Couple Hybrid - Replace your old 5kW unit with a modern 10kW Hybrid Inverter, this allows for backup power when the grid goes down with minimised efficiency losses
Partial upgrade: Often your existing panel are still in perfect condition. The new range of inverter have extra MPPT trackers that allow for both new panels and often the existing panels to work together.
Why are you recommending 10kW or 15kW inverters when 5kW used to be the standard?
The "5kW era" is over because our energy needs—and Western Power policies—have changed.
- The Power Gap: A modern ducted air conditioner alone can draw 5kW to 7kW. On an old 5kW system, if your AC is on, your solar is already "maxed out," meaning you’re forced to buy expensive power from the grid for your fridge, lights, and EV.
- New Western Power Limits: In the past, 5kW was the easy approval limit. Today, Western Power allows up to 10kW on single-phase and 15kW on three-phase standard connections.
- Future-Proofing: Larger inverters allow us to install more panels and bigger batteries (like the GoodWe ESA), ensuring you have enough "headroom" to run your home, cool your rooms, and charge your car simultaneously without ever touching the grid.
What is "Peak Shaving" and how does it save me money?
"Peak Shaving" is the smartest way to use a battery. Even on cloudy days, we program your system to:
Soak up cheap off-peak power from the grid at ~8.5c/kWh
Store it in your battery.
Discharge it during the evening peak when rates jump to ~53c/kWh.
By "shaving" off those expensive peaks, your battery pays for itself much faster.
We can even commission the system to give your solar time to charge and then and then automatically top up using the super cheap power before the price jumps
Soak up cheap off-peak power from the grid at ~8.5c/kWh
Store it in your battery.
Discharge it during the evening peak when rates jump to ~53c/kWh.
By "shaving" off those expensive peaks, your battery pays for itself much faster.
We can even commission the system to give your solar time to charge and then and then automatically top up using the super cheap power before the price jumps
What if I don't have enough solar panels to fill a 15kW inverter?
It's always an advantage have more panels.
When adding a battery we can desgin the system up to the inverters maximum rating often 200% of the inverter capacity
Compared to the 133% rules that applies to non battery systems
(This is where we get really common 5Kw inverter - 6.6Kw of panel system from).
However panels be come secondary.
With the Greener Race Energy Management approach, we use Peak Shaving to fix the "small roof" problem.
When adding a battery we can desgin the system up to the inverters maximum rating often 200% of the inverter capacity
Compared to the 133% rules that applies to non battery systems
(This is where we get really common 5Kw inverter - 6.6Kw of panel system from).
However panels be come secondary.
With the Greener Race Energy Management approach, we use Peak Shaving to fix the "small roof" problem.
- Even if you don't have enough panels to fully charge a battery on a cloudy day, we program your GoodWe system to "top up" from the grid during ultra-cheap off-peak windows (around 8.5 cents).
- Your 10kW/15kW inverter then "shaves the peak" by using that cheap stored energy to power your home to avoid paying for power during peak periods when prices spike to 33-53 cents per Kwh
- The Result: You still get the massive savings of a large system, even with a smaller panel array.
Will my solar and battery work during a blackout?
Only if the system is designed for it. Many standard solar systems shut down during a blackout for safety.
However, Greener Race makes use of multi mode hybrid inverters that can be configured to provide Full Home Backup.
This means when the street goes dark, your Greener Race system "islands" your home, keeping your essential appliances and lights running or with a larger capacity inverter potentially the entire house including the Air con
However, Greener Race makes use of multi mode hybrid inverters that can be configured to provide Full Home Backup.
This means when the street goes dark, your Greener Race system "islands" your home, keeping your essential appliances and lights running or with a larger capacity inverter potentially the entire house including the Air con
How long will my battery actually last during a blackout?
The honest answer is: It depends on your "load" (what you have turned on).
Think of your battery like a fuel tank in a car—if you drive fast (heavy loads), you’ll empty the tank much quicker.
At Greener Race, we use high-capacity.
Currently the rebate are focused on these so why not take advantage?
Here is a breakdown of how they perform in different real-world scenarios:
Scenario A: The "Conservative" Essentials (1kW load)
If you are only running essentials—your fridge, WiFi, some LED lights, and charging a phone—you are drawing roughly 1kW of power per hour.
This is where people get caught out. If you decide to run a ducted air conditioning unit that draws around 7kw of power
Think of a 14kw cooling capacity ducted unit during a 38 degree day when you first turn it on.
At full blast while the grid is down for just the aircon load.
The Bottom Line:
If you want to run heavy loads like Air Conditioning and EV chargers during a blackout, you need capacity.
Think of your battery like a fuel tank in a car—if you drive fast (heavy loads), you’ll empty the tank much quicker.
At Greener Race, we use high-capacity.
Currently the rebate are focused on these so why not take advantage?
Here is a breakdown of how they perform in different real-world scenarios:
Scenario A: The "Conservative" Essentials (1kW load)
If you are only running essentials—your fridge, WiFi, some LED lights, and charging a phone—you are drawing roughly 1kW of power per hour.
- With a 10kWh Battery: You’ll get approximately 9–10 hours of power.
- With a 40kWh Battery: You could run your home for 40 hours (nearly two full days) without any solar input at all.
This is where people get caught out. If you decide to run a ducted air conditioning unit that draws around 7kw of power
Think of a 14kw cooling capacity ducted unit during a 38 degree day when you first turn it on.
At full blast while the grid is down for just the aircon load.
- With a 10kWh Battery: Your battery will be stone-cold empty in about 1.2 hours.
- With a 50kWh Battery: You can run that heavy AC for 7 hours straight—enough to get you through a sweltering afternoon or a humid night comfortably.
The Bottom Line:
If you want to run heavy loads like Air Conditioning and EV chargers during a blackout, you need capacity.
Does my new inverter come with an app and remote WiFi control?
Yes, absolutely. At Greener Race, we believe you can’t manage what you can’t measure.
You will need a good Wifi Connection though and a little time to setup the app on your phone or tablet.
You will need a good Wifi Connection though and a little time to setup the app on your phone or tablet.
How do the GoodWe Inverters, Batteries & EV Chargers work together?
The magic happens through the GoodWe SEMS+ App.
Because both the ESA system (inverter/battery) and the HCA charger are built by GoodWe, they speak the same language.
This allows for a "Sun-to-Car" priority system that a mismatched setup can’t achieve.
When we install your system, we configure it with three specific smart modes:
1. PV Priority Mode (The "100% Free" Mode)
In this mode, the system follows a strict hierarchy:
If you get home after the sun has set, or if it’s a cloudy day, this mode kicks in. The HCA charger draws from any excess solar first, then pulls from your ESA or Lynx battery to make up the difference.
This is a game-changer for 3-phase homes. If your solar production is low (e.g., 2kW), a standard 3-phase charger might stop working because it doesn't have enough power to run all three phases.
At Greener Race, we don't just mount these on the wall. We sit down with you and the app to program these modes based on your commute. Whether you want to prioritize a full battery for a blackout or a full car for a road trip, we make sure the system does the thinking so you don't have to.
Because both the ESA system (inverter/battery) and the HCA charger are built by GoodWe, they speak the same language.
This allows for a "Sun-to-Car" priority system that a mismatched setup can’t achieve.
When we install your system, we configure it with three specific smart modes:
1. PV Priority Mode (The "100% Free" Mode)
In this mode, the system follows a strict hierarchy:
- First: Power goes to your home appliances (Fridge, Lights, AC).
- Second: Any excess solar goes directly into your EV via the HCA charger.
- The Result: The battery is bypassed, and the grid is untouched. You are driving on 100% immediate sunshine.
If you get home after the sun has set, or if it’s a cloudy day, this mode kicks in. The HCA charger draws from any excess solar first, then pulls from your ESA or Lynx battery to make up the difference.
- We can set a "Battery Floor" (e.g., 20%) so the car never drains the battery so much that your lights go out at night. It ensures you use every drop of your own stored energy before buying a single watt from the grid.
This is a game-changer for 3-phase homes. If your solar production is low (e.g., 2kW), a standard 3-phase charger might stop working because it doesn't have enough power to run all three phases.
- The HCA G2 can automatically switch to single-phase charging. This allows it to keep "trickle-charging" your car using that small amount of solar, rather than shutting down or switching to expensive grid power.
At Greener Race, we don't just mount these on the wall. We sit down with you and the app to program these modes based on your commute. Whether you want to prioritize a full battery for a blackout or a full car for a road trip, we make sure the system does the thinking so you don't have to.
Our Workhorse - Goodwe ESA Series
Goodwe ESA 3 Phase
5-30Kw 3 phase inverter capacity 5-108 KwH usable batterie capacity Backup Supply for your property when the grid is down Ability to Peak Shave and automatically buy cheap super off peak power when tariffs are low and avoid expensive peak tariffs.
GoodWe ESA 1 Phase
3-10Kw 1 phase inverter 5-48 KwH usable battery in a single stack Backup Supply for your property when the grid is down Ability to Peak Shave and automatically buy cheap super off peak power when tariffs are low and avoid expensive peak tariffs.
Goodwe HCA EV charger
GoodWe's HCA G2 EV Charger enables drivers to maximize solar energy usage when charging their electric vehicles (EV) through its smart phase switching function. It seamlessly integrates with the PV system's inverter and battery
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You can start a conversation now
direct from your mobile phone.
24/7 Text & SMS Service:
0482096550
Prefer to talk on the phone?
Monday - Friday
08:30 am - 4:30 pm
(08) 6149 2090
Need to find us?
Maps and location button
We'll get back to you as soon as possible.
We'll respond to all inquiries.